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Literacy Courses

Literacy courses can help you learn reading comprehension, writing techniques, critical thinking, and language development. You can build skills in analyzing texts, crafting persuasive arguments, and enhancing vocabulary through various writing styles. Many courses introduce tools like digital storytelling platforms, grammar checkers, and collaborative writing software, which support the application of these skills in real-world contexts.


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    University of California, Davis

    Basic English Skills: Travel

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Vocabulary, Grammar, Literacy, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Learning

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción a la visualización de datos

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Human Factors, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Graphing

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    University of California, Irvine

    Data, Security, and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Systems Development, Data Security, System Design and Implementation, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, Safety and Security, Information Technology, Information Privacy, Computer Literacy, Software Development Tools, Technology Strategies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Innovación Educativa

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Solution Design, digital literacy, Entrepreneurship, Educational Materials, Learning Strategies, Student-Centred Learning, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    249 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Student Engagement, Blockchain, Digital pedagogy, Algorithms, Data Security, Teaching, digital literacy, Cryptography, Technical Communication, Diversity Awareness, K-12 pedagogy, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies, Computer Networking, Digital Transformation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    SkillUp

    Office Productivity Software and Windows Fundamentals  

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Control Panels, Productivity Software, Software Installation, Microsoft Windows, Organizational Skills, Office Procedures, Microsoft Office, Computer Literacy, Operational Efficiency

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Digital Footprint

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Social Media, Facebook, Instagram, Data Ethics, Information Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Microsoft Excel Mastery: From Basics to Pro Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Dashboard, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Modeling, Data Validation, Productivity Software, Data Entry, Data Management, Financial Modeling, Data Security, Data Integrity, Computer Literacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    105 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI Fundamentals in Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Services, Artificial Intelligence, FinTech, Financial Regulation, Banking, Fraud detection, Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, AI Personalization, Deep Learning, Credit Risk, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Case Studies, Reinforcement Learning, Big Data, Algorithms, Data Management, Customer Service

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    Address Business Issues with Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Business Priorities, Business Analysis, Case Studies, Stakeholder Management, Project Design, Business, Data Science, Business Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy

    4.5
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Goodwill® Digital Navigator Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Outreach, Training Programs, Relationship Building, Active Listening, Cultural Diversity, Computer Literacy, Disabilities, Workforce Development, Community Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Diversity Awareness, Curriculum Planning, Needs Assessment, Digital Communications, Rapport Building, Professional Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Program Evaluation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Maven Analytics

    ChatGPT & Generative AI for Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Power BI, Deep Learning, Excel Formulas, Analytics, Google Sheets, AI Enablement, Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Python Programming, SQL, Data Literacy, Query Languages, Business Intelligence, Data Science, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular literacy courses

  • Basic English Skills: Travel : University of California, Davis
  • Introducción a la visualización de datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Data, Security, and Privacy: University of California, Irvine
  • Innovación Educativa: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
  • Office Productivity Software and Windows Fundamentals  : SkillUp
  • Digital Footprint: The University of Edinburgh
  • Microsoft Excel Mastery: From Basics to Pro Skills: EDUCBA
  • AI Fundamentals in Financial Services: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Address Business Issues with Data Science : CertNexus

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